James Drury (soldier) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
James John Drury
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| Born | August 15, 1835 Limerick, Ireland |
| Died | December 25, 1919 (aged 84) Lovilia, Iowa |
| Buried |
Lovilia Cemetery
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| Allegiance |  United States of America |
| Service/ |
 United States Army |
| Years of service | 1861 - 1865 |
| Rank | Sergeant |
| Unit |  Company C, 4th Vermont Volunteer Infantry Regiment |
| Battles/wars | Battle of Jerusalem Plank Road |
| Awards |  Medal of Honor |
James John Drury (born August 15, 1835 – died December 25, 1919) was a brave soldier from Ireland. He fought for the United States during the American Civil War. James Drury earned the Medal of Honor, which is the highest award for bravery a soldier can receive in the U.S. He got this award for his actions during a battle called the Battle of Jerusalem Plank Road on June 23, 1864. He received the medal on January 18, 1893.
About James John Drury
James John Drury was born in Limerick, Ireland on August 15, 1835. When the American Civil War began, he joined the army. In August 1861, he became a soldier in the 4th Vermont Infantry. This was a group of soldiers from Vermont.
He served in the army until July 1865. At that time, his group of soldiers, called a regiment, was officially released from duty. James Drury passed away on December 25, 1919. He was buried at the Lovilia Cemetery in Lovilia, Iowa.
The Medal of Honor
The Medal of Honor is the highest award for bravery given to members of the United States Armed Forces. It is given to soldiers who show extreme courage and risk their lives during combat. James John Drury received this special medal for his actions during the Battle of Jerusalem Plank Road.
